Composer Marisa Manchado and soprano Yolanda Auyanet honored at National Music Awards 2024 event
In a grand celebration of music and artistry, the 2024 National Music Awards recognised two outstanding figures in the world of opera - Marisa Manchado and Yolanda Auyanet.
Marisa Manchado, a trailblazer in the composition world, clinched the Composition category with her masterful opera, La Regenta. Her winning work gave voice to an iconic female character, contributing significantly to the expansion of the Spanish musical heritage. The innovative and hybrid styles incorporated in La Regenta emphasised the integration of modern interpretations with classic literature, a move that was highly commended by the jury.
The jury also recognised Marisa's long-standing commitment to equality, a constant theme that has been a key aspect of her career. Her pedagogical commitment, coupled with her research and interaction between different artistic and academic disciplines, have set her apart in the industry.
Yolanda Auyanet, on the other hand, triumphed in the Interpretation category. Her career spans over three decades, during which she has demonstrated her immense virtuosity and capacity through various demanding female roles. Her acclaimed debut as Tosca at the Teatro de la Maestranza in Seville in 2023 was a significant milestone that earned her this year's award.
Yolanda's repertoire includes roles such as Gilda, Violetta, Norma, Lucia di Lammermoor, Isabel I of Roberto Devereux, and Lucrezia Borgia. Her career has been marked by her performances of belcantists roles, a testament to her versatility and dedication to her craft.
The 2023 production of La Regenta, a collaboration between the Teatro Real and the Teatro Español, supported Marisa Manchado during the premieres of her opera. While specific individuals are not named in the available information, it is clear that her team and collaborators played a crucial role in her success.
Each winner received an endowment of 30,000 euros, a well-deserved recognition for their exceptional contributions to the world of music. The awards were granted by the Ministry of Culture through the National Institute of Performing Arts and Music (INAEM), further underscoring the importance of these annual accolades in the arts community.
With these victories, Marisa Manchado and Yolanda Auyanet have set new standards in the opera world, inspiring future generations of artists to push boundaries and explore new formats and languages in their work.
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